Retail Initiative

Is your website NOT converting or just doesn’t feel like your brand? This Retail Initiative Podcast episode is for you. This is Part 2 of the ‘Your Next Million’ series—a step-by-step guide for brick-and-mortar retailers ready to grow online with clarity and purpose. In Part 1, we covered the mindset shifts needed to stop treating your website like a side hustle. Now we’r

If you’re a brick-and-mortar retailer serious about growing online—this is where you start. This Retail Initiative Podcast episode kicks off a powerful new series called “Your Next Million”—a practical, step-by-step roadmap for retailers ready to scale online without losing the heart of their in-store experience. Let’s be real, most e-commerce advice wasn’t built for

If you're feeling the retail pressure in 2025, you're not alone. In this episode, Josh breaks down what’s really going on in the retail industry—yes, store closures are up and foot traffic is down—but he’s not here to scare you. He’s here to help you take control. Josh shares the balanced mindset retailers need to thrive during uncertain times, plus a 5-step framework you

What does it take to build a thriving retail brand while staying true to your vision? In this episode, Josh sits down with Brooke Leno, founder of Out of Town Clothing, to talk about the lessons she learned from starting her boutique fresh out of college to growing it into a multi-location and online success. They cover: Why she had to stop selling to "everyone" to truly grow The

What do the most successful retailers really have in common? After working with hundreds of brands, Josh has identified the five key traits that separate high-performing retailers from the rest. In this episode, Josh breaks down: The mindset shift that turns struggling brands into high-growth businesses Why understanding your perfect customer is non-negotiable for long-term succes

Retail has changed—so how do you stay ahead? In this episode of the Retail Initiative Podcast, Josh sits down with Tara Austin, the founder of Ruthie Grace, to unpack the shifts in consumer behavior, social media, and marketing strategies that impact boutique owners today. Tara shares: The unexpected shift that made Ruthie Grace rethink its entire strategy Why relying on organic

How does someone go from making products by hand to selling over a million units? In this episode of the Retail Initiative Podcast, Josh sits down with Meredith Jurica, founder of Makeup Junkie Bags, to dive into her incredible journey of scaling a brand from its humble beginnings to nationwide success. Meredith shares: How she transformed a DIY idea into a multi-million-unit bran

What happens when a legacy retail business makes the bold move to evolve? In this episode of The Retail Initiative Podcast, Josh Orr sits down with Mamie Brown from Tucker Brown to talk about her journey in transforming a 40-year-old family business into a modern retail brand. She shares:✅ The big move from Lubbock to Fort Worth and how it reshaped their business✅ How Western f

What happens when a side hustle turns into something much bigger? In this episode of the Retail Initiative Podcast, Josh sits down with the founders of Infinity Raine to talk about their unexpected journey from selling on Poshmark to launching a successful retail brand. They share: How they transitioned from reselling to creating their own brand The biggest lessons learned in the

Is your business evolving in the way you envisioned? Pivoting in business isn’t just about making quick adjustments—it’s about understanding when and how to make strategic changes that align with your long-term goals. In this episode, I share my own experience with a major business pivot, walking away from a high-revenue service to fully focus on a mission that brought me gre